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Central Adelaide Local Health Network (CALHN)

• Mental Health Services - Woodville 
• Salary  OPS-2    $64,194 - $67,154 p.a. + super + salary packaging
• Permanent full-time 

About CALHN
At Central Adelaide (CALHN), we’re shaping the future of health through excellence in clinical care, research, and innovation. As South Australia’s largest health network, we deliver exceptional, safe and connected healthcare - for our patients, our community, and our people.

With more than 17,000 dedicated employees, every day at CALHN presents an opportunity to make a real impact—not because it’s expected, but because our values guide us to be our best. Find out more about CALHN sites and services, our stories and the opportunities to be part of CALHN.

About the Role

Join CALHN IMHRU as a Peer Specialist and make a real difference using your lived experience to support recovery, independence, and community connection for our consumers. You’ll collaborate, inspire, and guide towards hope and wellbeing.

What you’ll do
• Support consumers with practical skills and lived experience insights
• Share strategies to boost confidence, independence, and social inclusion
• Collaborate with clinical and community teams to enhance outcomes
• Build meaningful connections with consumers, carers, and stakeholders
• Maintain records and contribute to service planning and review

About You

You bring your lived experience and passion for recovery to support others. You communicate with empathy, work collaboratively, and help consumers build skills and hope.

• Hold a qualification or training in peer work or lived experience
• Use personal experience to guide and support mental health recovery
• Work well with clinical teams and community service providers
• Share strategies for wellbeing and positive community living
• Engage in supervision and contribute to team discussions

Why You’ll Love It Here - CALHN benefits that matter
We know that a great career is about more than just the work you do, it’s also about the support you receive. At CALHN, you’ll enjoy :

• Salary packaging – up to $9,010 for living expenses + $2,650 for meals & entertainment + pre-tax super & novated lease options
• Safe connections – be part of a culture of safety and connectivity, focusing on outcomes and continuous improvements
• Recognition & growth – celebrate success and explore opportunities across CALHN’s many sites
• Flexible work options – speak to us about flexibility options for this role to suit your lifestyle
• Paid leave – with leave loading for rest and recharge
• Health & fitness perks – discounted access to Fitness Passport & free flu vaccinations
• Wellbeing support – Employee Assistance Program for you & your family

Diversity & Inclusion
We’re committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels safe, respected, and supported. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disabilities, culturally diverse backgrounds, and LGBTQIA+ communities.

Application Information

• Please refer to the role description for essential educational/vocational qualifications that may be required   939876 RD Peer Specialist.pdf
• Appointment will be subject to satisfactory Criminal History Clearances and compliant immunisation screening as indicated in the role description.

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Applications close: 11:55 pm, Sunday, 5 July 2026

Job Ref:  939876

Go to the SA Health Career Website for how to apply, and Australian and International applicant guidelines for more information

Please note that unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies or third parties will not be accepted for this position